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Make Believe by John Carey

Created by: John Carey

Make Believe is a close-up coin magic trick that follows the self-working, no-sleight-of-hand philosophy, allowing performers to focus on presentation and audience engagement. In this effect, a coin is made to vanish, reappear, or transform in a surprising manner without any complex moves, relying on clever routining and deceptive principles. It is part of John Carey's collection and is designed to be impromptu and immediately performable, making it ideal for magicians seeking strong impact with minimal effort.

Key features

  • Self-working method requiring no sleight of hand

  • Impromptu and immediately performable

  • Focuses on clever thinking and deceptive routining

  • Part of a collection of ten routines

  • Suitable for close-up magic performances

Pros

  • Easy to learn and perform

  • Strong audience impact

  • No need for complex moves or practice

Cons

  • Limited to coin effects, may not appeal to card-focused magicians

  • Relies on specific conditions for impromptu performance

Effect

Make Believe is a coin trick that follows the same self-working principles as the card routines in the collection. To the audience, it appears as a surprising and impossible transposition or vanish of a coin. The effect is direct and visual, creating a moment of astonishment without the use of complex hand movements.

Full details

Make Believe is part of a collection of ten self-working tricks. It is a coin effect designed to be performed with no sleight of hand. The method relies on clever thinking and deceptive routining. The trick is impromptu and can be performed immediately after learning. It uses simple, everyday objects to create a powerful magical moment.

Who should consider the trick

This trick is for magicians who prefer strong effects over difficult moves. It is ideal for performers who want to focus on presentation and audience engagement. It suits those who like impromptu magic that can be done anywhere. Magicians who work with coins but want easy-to-perform routines will find it valuable.

Information on how difficult it is to perform

Make Believe is not difficult to perform. It requires no sleight of hand. The method is described as ridiculously easy. The trick is designed to be learned and performed quickly. It allows the performer to concentrate fully on their presentation.

What magicians say

BigBlindMedia states that the collection focuses on clever thinking in place of difficult moves. They note that the routines are eminently doable and immediately performable. The video summary explains that the tricks are simple in method but staggeringly impactful. It highlights that powerful magic does not have to be difficult, it just has to be cleverly constructed.

What people are saying about Make Believe

BigBlindMedia says...

The focus here is on clever thinking, deceptive routining, and cheeky ruses in place of difficult moves, making every routine eminently doable and immediately performable.

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